Sevens: Small Dining Room Ideas

Small dining room? No problem. You can still create an inviting dining space, even when your square footage is limited. Here we share a few designer tips and tricks to make the most of your small dining room.

1. Extend it into the kitchen

In older homes, formal dining rooms may be compact and separate from your kitchen or living area. If this layout does not work for you, why not try to reconfigure your area and create an open plan scheme to accommodate better flow and socialisation. Therefore, we suggest you knock down the wall that separates your dining room from your kitchen. Insteadm why not create a seamless new layout where your family can enjoy open plan living.

2. Create a dining nook

Invest in a compact table and a few chairs for your kitchen. This is a great way to incorporate seating and mealtimes in your existing space. Smaller tables are thus ideal for a simple breakfast nook in your kitchen. Maximise the space even more with built-in seating around the wall or a shelf table which can subsequently be folded away after use to make the most of your limited dining space.

Make the most of natural light

You can make a small dining space feel bigger by enhancing the natural light in your space. How? Simply place your table near large open windows to bring the outdoors in. Furthermore, add a mirror or two to help reflect light into your space. A lighter, airier dining room will therefore feel more inviting and add to the illusion of space.

An at-home bistro

We love the modern vibe of a bistro or cafe and this is a great ambience to create in your own home. All you need is a small bistro-styled table (or bar counter top) and a couple of chairs. Create a focal point with bold furniture choices and modern accents to get that outdoor cafe vibe we love.

No matter the size, you can kit out your dining space to make the most of your space. Shop the perfect table and accents for your room at Sevens.